Tom Winters Reviews

Added February 24, 2006

101 Things You Should Do Before Going to Heaven

Author: Tom Winters
Publisher: Warner Faith
Available At: Bookstores Everywhere
Publishing Date: March 23, 2006
Genre: Nonfiction: Christian Life/Inspirational
Format: Trade Paper
Price: $12.99
ISBN: 0-446-57899-1
Reviewer: Joyce Handzo
Rating: 9 Gargoyles

Even if you don't plan on going to heaven in the near future, this diverse collection of suggestions is certain to make your life more fulfilling right now. The authors have carefully and creatively selected activities that cover a broad base of interests. Each idea is practical and most can be accomplished with a minimum amount of effort. However, readers who try these suggestions will find a maximum amount of enrichment!

The ideas are concisely explained with a view to the possible benefits. Encouragement and inspiration abounds, and a sense of excitement is evident. Biblical principles are integrated naturally and form the basis for these suggestions.

A variety of emotions are explored, from humor, "Walk in a mud puddle" to more serious expressions, "Weep with those who weep". These activities are geared to motivate believers to be all they can be in this world, as their lives are shaped for eternity. Each suggestion will reveal another aspect of God's plan, His mercy or His awesome creation. Readers, who use these pages as stepping-stones to a more fulfilling life, will find marvelous opportunities to enter new situations with a spirit of faith and confidence.

An added plus to this book is that the suggestions may serve as a springboard for other activities. They may trigger an avalanche of ideas that may introduce readers to the endless possibilities that life holds. And when it's time for them to go to heaven, they will have already glimpsed some of the eternal wonders that await them!

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Added February 24, 2006

God's Road Map for Life

Author: Tom Winters
Publisher: Warner Faith
Available At: Bookstores Everywhere
Publishing Date: February 20, 2006
Genre: Nonfiction: Inspirational/Christian
Format: Hardback
Price: $12.99
ISBN: 0-446-57888-6
Reviewer: Joyce Handzo
Rating: 9 Gargoyles

God's Road Map for Life makes a great co-pilot! Filled with genuine guidance on eighty relevant topics, readers will find direction, encouragement and inspiration. In a world of twists and turns, this book offers a straight line to the truth.

The subjects are arranged alphabetically, from "Ambition" to "Work". Appropriate Scripture verses provide God's overview on the subject, which is followed by the author's insights. Short devotionals, prayers or brief stories reinforce the biblical teaching.

This is a delightful book to either read straight through or skip around to a specific topic. Concise chapters offer a lot of wisdom with few words. The authors managed to sum up the biblical perspective on each subject and used a variety of ways to express this teaching. Most noteworthy were the letters to and from God. This provides the reader with a personal and intimate look at the heart of the Almighty.

However, the benefits of this book don't stop with the last page. Scripture verses and vivid stories make each subject memorable, while relevant and contemporary issues ring with reality. These pages continually point to the Bible as the final authority, which is a marvelous tribute to God and His infinite wisdom. Godly guidance is offered in a fresh and easily accessible format.

God's Road Map for Life provides clear and simple directions that can be used immediately and for the rest of life's journey.

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